Director of Audit & Controls

County Materials Corporation • Marathon, WI

42d • Onsite

About The Position

The County Materials Family of Companies manufactures and delivers concrete construction products to meet the demand for growing communities. We rely on our talented and dedicated team members to provide reliable products with personalized service. We are seeking a Director of Audit and Controls for County Materials at Marathon, WI. Job Summary: The Director of Audit and Controls is responsible for establishing, monitoring, and strengthening the company's internal control environment to ensure accuracy, compliance, and operational efficiency across all business units. This role leads the internal audit function, drives continuous improvement of financial and operational processes, and serves as a key business partner to management. The ideal candidate is a strategic thinker with deep knowledge of internal controls, risk management, and audit best practices, able to identify gaps while helping the business implement practical, sustainable solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Accounting, Finance, Business Administration, or related field; advanced degree preferred.
• CPA, CIA, or CISA required.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in internal audit, risk management, or internal controls, including 3-5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong understanding of GAAP and internal control standards.
• Experience managing audits in multi-entity or complex operational environments.
• Exceptional analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to influence and collaborate effectively across all levels of the organization.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive, risk-based internal audit plan covering financial, operational, and compliance areas.
• Oversee audits assessing control effectiveness, financial integrity, and policy compliance, and communicate findings clearly to management and leadership teams.
• Lead the design, documentation, and continuous improvement of internal control frameworks, including SOX or equivalent requirements.
• Monitor key financial processes, systems, and reporting controls, identifying inefficiencies and proposing solutions to improve effectiveness.
• Collaborate with IT, Operations, and Finance to ensure data integrity, segregation of duties, and compliance with cybersecurity standards.
• Ensure company policies, procedures, and control standards are up to date, documented, and consistently applied.
• Act as a trusted advisor to management, integrating controls into operational processes without creating unnecessary complexity.
• Lead initiatives to automate and streamline audit and control processes using technology and analytics.
• Manage and develop a team of auditors and control specialists, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous learning.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Industry: Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing
• Number of Employees: 251-500 employees